How to Pronounce Staccatos

To pronounce "staccatos", say STACC-at-os — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

STACC-at-os

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"staccatos" has 3 syllables: stacc-at-os.

What does staccatos mean?

noun

  1. An articulation marking directing that a note or passage of notes are to be played in an abruptly disconnected manner, with each note sounding for a very short duration, and a short break lasting until the sounding of the next note; as opposed to legato. Staccato is indicated by a dot directly above or below the notehead.
  2. A passage having this mark.

Related words

abruptdisconnectedglissandostremolospizzicatoostinatoariosoallegretto

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How many syllables are in "staccatos"?▾

"Staccatos" has 3 syllables: stacc · at · os.

What does "staccatos" mean?▾

Staccatos: An articulation marking directing that a note or passage of notes are to be played in an abruptly disconnected manner, with each note sounding for a very short duration, and a short break lasting until the sounding of the next note; as opposed to legato. Staccato is indicated by a dot directly above or below the notehead.

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